To reallocate resources toward artificial intelligence infrastructure, Oracle has begun laying off approximately 30,000 employees globally. The tech giant initiated the job cuts on March 31, 2026, notifying affected staff via early-morning emails and revoking system access the same day. The restructuring represents one of the largest workforce reductions in the technology sector this year. Scale and Scope The layoffs affect roughly 18% of Oracle’s global workforce. Prior to the reduction, the company employed approximately 162,000 people worldwide. Execution and Severance Employees received termination notices via email as early as 6:00 AM on the morning of March 31. For most, that same day